1 fatal · Beech A23-24 · 2001-07-15 · Bridgeville, DE, USA
Event
NTSB number
NYC01FA172
Event ID
20010724X01487
Type
Accident
Date
2001-07-15
Location
Bridgeville, DE, USA
Coordinates
38.740028, -75.600669
Injuries
Highest injury
FATL
Fatal
1
Serious
0
Minor
0
Uninjured
0
Total aboard
1
Aircraft
Make
Beech
Model
A23-24
Registration
N5962S
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
The pilot's incapacitation, which resulted in a loss of aircraft control while maneuvering. A factor was the FAA Aeromedical Certification Division's inadequate certification/approval of the pilot's medical certificate. Findings were the pilot's inappropriate use of medication, and depression.